How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS068 - Packaging material invalid for element type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Packaging material invalid for element type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS068 - Packaging material invalid for element type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS068 indicates that the packaging material specified is invalid for the given element type in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the packaging material and the expected element type during packaging operations.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Packaging Material: The packaging material you are trying to use may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be compatible with the specific element type (e.g., product, handling unit).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the packaging material settings or in the product master data.
  Missing Master Data: The packaging material may not be set up in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant product or handling unit type.
  Element Type Restrictions: Certain element types may have restrictions on which packaging materials can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Packaging Material: Verify that the packaging material you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCWM/PACK_MAT).
  Review Product Master Data: Ensure that the product master data is correctly set up and that the packaging material is assigned to the product.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for packaging materials in the EWM system. Ensure that the packaging material is compatible with the element type you are working with.
  Element Type Compatibility: Consult the documentation or configuration settings to understand which packaging materials are valid for the specific element type you are using.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on packaging material configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on packaging materials and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.